Oral Surgery

Root canal treatment has an outdated reputation for being painful. In reality, modern root canal treatment is performed with local anesthesia, and most patients describe the in-chair experience as similar to getting a routine filling, according to the American Association of Endodontists. What often causes more uncertainty is the recovery afterward: knowing which sensations are [...]

When your dentist says, “That tooth has to come out,” your first thought probably isn’t about what your smile will look like afterward—it’s usually something along the lines of “Will this hurt?” or “How soon can I eat again?” But once the healing begins, and the swelling goes down, many people start to notice subtle [...]

Written and medically reviewed by Dr. Andrew Wilson, DMD, Cornerstone Dentistry, Anderson. Last updated September 2026. Quick answer: No, wisdom teeth removal doesn't noticeably change your face shape or jawline, and it doesn't recess your jaw. A 2023 3D imaging study found facial soft tissue returned to its original volume by 6 months after wisdom [...]

A single tooth caused a big legal mess—sounds like a plot twist from a movie, right? But this story is real, and it’s as wild as it gets. A simple tooth extraction ended up sparking a courtroom battle over a will, shaking up family drama and legal rules all at once. When something as [...]